Abstract
The working relationship between probation officers and probationers is an important area of research given recent studies illustrate a strong relationship reduces recidivism. In this study, the perceptions of the working relationship between officers and probationers were examined among a group of substance-using probationers who participated in a multi-site randomized clinical trial. After 6 months, probationers who reported greater alcohol use and greater family and peer drug use on a baseline Addiction Severity Index were less likely to perceive their probation officer as being caring/fair/trustworthy, and older probationers were less likely to perceive their PO as being tough. Important policy implications are discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 709-725 |
Number of pages | 17 |
Journal | Prison Journal |
Volume | 100 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Dec 2020 |
Keywords
- DRI-R
- caring/fair/trustworthy
- probation officer
- probationer perception
- toughness
- working relationship